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APRIL 15, 2018

SHEPHERD OF THE BAY LUTHERAN CHURCH | Lusby,

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Maryland

Growing Together in Faith

WELCOME TO WORSHIP

Welcome! My name is Pastor Josh Olson and I want to thank you for joining us this morning for worship. In our service, we gather before our almighty God to offer him our worship and praise. We also gather to strengthen ourselves through the study of God’s holy and powerful word. We pray that your time with us this morning is edifying and enjoyable. May God bless our worship together this day!

FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE

Restrooms are located down the hallway opposite the entrance to classroom 1, on the right.

Ushers are here to help. Please don’t hesitate to ask them if you have any questions.

A Cry-Room is available for mothers with infants in the church office. A live audio feed of the service is available in the room.

Guest Register- We ask that our guests sign the worship register so that we might have record of who joined us and invite you to upcoming events. In order to do that we would invite you to leave your contact information on the spaces provided (i.e. email address, telephone number, or address) Thank you!

Prayer- O Lord—our Maker, Redeemer, and Comforter—we are assembled in your presence to hear your holy Word. We pray that you would open our hearts by your Holy Spirit, that through the preaching of your Word we may repent of our sins, believe in Jesus, and grow day by day in grace and holiness. Hear us for Jesus’ sake.

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SERVICE OF WORDOPENING HYMN Like the Golden Sun Ascending | CW 147:1-4

INVOCATIONP: The grace of our Lord (+) Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship

of the Holy Spirit be with you.

C: And also with you.

CONFESSION OF SINSP: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and serve

him as his dear children. But we have disobeyed him and deserve only his wrath and punishment. Therefore, let us confess our sins to him and plead for his mercy.

C: Merciful Father in heaven, I am altogether sinful from birth. In countless ways I have sinned against you and do not deserve to be called your child. But trusting in Jesus, my Savior, I pray: Have mercy on me according to your unfailing love. Cleanse me from my sin, and take away my guilt.

P: God, our heavenly Father, has forgiven all your sins. By the perfect life and innocent death of our Lord Jesus Christ, he has removed your guilt forever. You are his own dear child. May God give you strength to live according to his will.

C: Amen.

PRAYER AND PRAISE

P: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord. (Sing Verses 1-3 of the next hymn)

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PRAYER OF THE DAY

P Let us prayO risen Lord, you came to your disciples and took away their fears with your word of peace. Come to us also by Word and sacrament, and banish our fears with the comforting assurance of your abiding presence; for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

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The WordFIRST READING Acts 26:19-29

“So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the vision from heaven. 20

First to those in Damascus, then to those in Jerusalem and in all Judea, and to the Gentiles also, I preached that they should repent and turn to God and prove their repentance by their deeds. 21 That is why the Jews seized me in the temple courts and tried to kill me. 22 But I have had God’s help to this very day, and so I stand here and testify to small and great alike. I am saying nothing beyond what the prophets and Moses said would happen— 23 that the Christ would suffer and, as the first to rise from the dead, would proclaim light to his own people and to the Gentiles.”

24 At this point Festus interrupted Paul’s defense. “You are out of your mind, Paul!” he shouted. “Your great learning is driving you insane.”

25 “I am not insane, most excellent Festus,” Paul replied. “What I am saying is true and reasonable. 26 The king is familiar with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. 27 King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.”

28 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?”

29 Paul replied, “Short time or long—I pray God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”

RESPONSIVE SONG O Sons and Daughters of the King | CW 165:4-5

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SECOND READING 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

12 But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. 15 More than that, we are then found to be false witnesses about God, for we have testified about God that he raised Christ from the dead. But he did not raise him if in fact the dead are not raised. 16 For if the dead are not raised, then Christ has not been

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raised either. 17 And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins. 18 Then those also who have fallen asleep in Christ are lost. 19 If only for this life we have hope in Christ, we are to be pitied more than all men.

20 But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. 22 For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.

VERSE OF THE DAY

GOSPEL READING John 20:19-31

19 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 20 After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.

21 Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” 22 And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”

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24 Now Thomas (called Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!”

But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe it.”

26 A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.”

28 Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!” 29 Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed

are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” 30 Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which

are not recorded in this book. 31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.

CHILDREN’S SERMON

HYMN OF THE DAY O Sons and Daughters of the King | CW 165:6-9

SERMON

Sermon Notes:

THE APOSTLES CREEDI believe in God, the Father almighty,

maker of heaven and earth.

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I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,born of the virgin Mary,suffered under Pontius Pilate,was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended into hell.The third day he rose again from the dead.He ascended into heaven

and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints,the forgiveness of sins,the resurrection of the body,and the life everlasting. Amen.

OFFERINGThe members of Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church have joined together to do the Lord's work in this community and around the world. Visitors need not feel obligated to participate in this offering which supports our ministry.

PRAYER OF THE CHURCHC: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come,

your will be done on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

SERMON HYMN This Joyful Eastertide | CW 160

PRAYER AND BLESSINGP: Almighty God, we thank you for teaching us the things you want us to

believe and do. Help us by your Holy Spirit to keep your Word in pure hearts that we may be strengthened in faith, guided in holiness, and comforted in life and in death, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

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P: Brothers and sisters, go in peace. Live in harmony with one another. Serve the Lord with gladness.

The Lord bless you and keep you.The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you.The Lord look on you with favor and (+) give you peace.

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CLOSING HYMN Lift High the Cross | CW 579

Week at a GlanceToday, Sunday, April 15th 9:30 AM Bible Class

10:30 AM Worship11:40 AM Youth Rally Informational meeting (Classroom 3)11:45 AM Choir

Monday- Wednesday Pastor’s Conference in Midlothian,VA

Thursday, April 19th

10:00 AM AA Meeting (Classroom 2)6:30 PM 8th Grade Catechism

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Sunday, April 22nd 9:30 AM Bible Study/ Teen Class10:30 AM Worship with Lord’s Supper11:45 AM Quarterly Info Meeting

Thank you- A special thank you to Brian Hoerning for buffing and waxing our floors!

Our soccer camp is designed to improve the soccer skills of all the kids involved, whether they are beginners or already have some soccer experience. Our pastor loves the game of soccer and will be joined by college and high school players to build and improve the soccer skills of all.  Our camp is about more than soccer. The theme is "He Scored… We Win!"  Pastor Olson will use the game of soccer to teach all the kids something so much more important than soccer- Jesus!  Each day the children will hear a Bible lesson about Jesus' love.  Besides improving your child's soccer skills with the help of a quality, caring coaching, your child will learn life lessons more important than soccer, meet friends, and make memories they'll cherish for a lifetime.

What:  Shepherd of the Bay Soccer CampWhen:  June 18-22, 2018  9am- 11:30am

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Ages: 4-12 (All players- beginner or experienced- are welcome!)Where: Southern Middle School (Field 3) 9615 HG Trueman Rd Lusby, MD 20657Cost:  $40 per child for the whole week!  (Pay Online www.shepherdofthebay.com)Receive: A knowledge of Jesus, their Savior, improvement of soccer skills, a snack every day, a water bottle, a soccer shirt, a soccer ball.Registration:  Advance online registration is required!  (Registration deadline is June 3)

WELS INTERNATIONAL YOUTH RALLY 2018

June 26-June 29th 2018Meet WELS teens from across the country and around the world.

Listen to speakers with a biblical perspective on timely teen topics.Gather information on colleges, ministries, and service opportunities.

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The youth rally is targeted to youth who, as of the spring of 2018, are either entering high school this coming fall up through those who are graduating from high school.

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